First Pitch Thread: Cubs vs. Indians, Saturday 6/20, 12:05 CT
by Al Yellon on Jun 20, 2009 12:00 PM CDT
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ted is pitching silly
Ramlee Zamfukusoridero
Ted Lilly doesn't pitch
The ball runs away from his hand in terror.
This line from a movie, television show or other piece of popular culture pretty much sums up my entire personality.
Greetings from Her Majesties United Kingdom
How about this WINNING? Feels good, doesn’t it?
The day we lose our will to fight - Is the day we lose our Freedom.
It would feel better...
…if we could do some winning sometime before the last at-bat this time.
At least, it would feel better for my blood pressure.
Concur with that.
But after the past month, I’ll take what we can get.
I’m mad right now – nextdef isn’t working on my mlb.tv so i’m having to put up with a bad “sd” signal.
The day we lose our will to fight - Is the day we lose our Freedom.
by sanantonecub on Jun 20, 2009 12:09 PM CDT up reply actions
Greetings, Em
The day we lose our will to fight - Is the day we lose our Freedom.
by sanantonecub on Jun 20, 2009 12:10 PM CDT up reply actions
Woo Hoo
Chicago Cubs baseball is on the air!
by chitownhawkeye on Jun 20, 2009 12:05 PM CDT reply actions
Our bullpen phone
Throws a mean check.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Hey all
Will be around intermittently today, as I’m working.
GO CUBS!
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 20, 2009 12:06 PM CDT reply actions
no need to worry with back to back doubles, we have the 8th inning!
by jesus christos on Jun 20, 2009 12:08 PM CDT reply actions
is the indians starting pitcher today any good?
by jesus christos on Jun 20, 2009 12:10 PM CDT reply actions
Just joined the game thread
and listening to the radio — does anyone know where Ron is?
If the Cubs were an international soccer team they'd be called Scotland.
god bless you
"Live and be happy, beloved children of my heart, and never forget that until the day comes when God will deign to reveal the future to man, all human wisdom is contained in these words: wait and hope!" - The Count of Monte Cristo
by Bricks and Ivy on Jun 20, 2009 12:15 PM CDT up reply actions
anyone else notice lilly has a different undershirt than the others
by jesus christos on Jun 20, 2009 12:15 PM CDT reply actions
lee with 3 homers against ohka
muwahaha
by jesus christos on Jun 20, 2009 12:18 PM CDT reply actions
In the immortal words of Haray Caray... HELLO EVERBODY!!
I'm a truth teller, I'm a risk taker, I'm like Johnny Cash - I walk the line...
Up comes Lee with a 14 game hitting streak...
and 24 game reaching base streak.
I'm a truth teller, I'm a risk taker, I'm like Johnny Cash - I walk the line...
not smart, he knows better than that
by chitownhawkeye on Jun 20, 2009 12:24 PM CDT up reply actions
Definitely needs improvement
There’s a line between aggressive and unwise baserunning, and it seems like they’ve been crossing it too much lately.
Dumb play
Just plain dump. Short bloop to right, good arm, number 5 hitter coming to bat. Just plain dumb.
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)
Looked like he expected to reach easily
And got surprised by Quade’s slide sign.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Lilly's being a good sport
Allowing these Indians to knock the first few to the outfield.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
He wants to give them a chance. Lilly has graciousness and mercy and is forgiving...
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
Blanco looks like a real smart player out there.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
His defense is pretty stellar
Now if only Lou would start him at SS
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Don't we have a shortstop already??
Oh, I forgot.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
He'd have to convince Theriot to go to second, then trade Fontenot...
With that said, I’m all for it!
I'm a truth teller, I'm a risk taker, I'm like Johnny Cash - I walk the line...
by Jimmyeatworld on Jun 20, 2009 12:34 PM CDT up reply actions
With Rami back
Fonty can back Theriot up at 2B.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
even if he doesn't hit today
looks like his glove is going to keep him out there today
by chitownhawkeye on Jun 20, 2009 12:34 PM CDT up reply actions
OT: Is there a reason why (according to Ballhawk) the Cubs didn't take BP
today?
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
Long game followed by an early start
And it’s warm out. Lou probably didn’t wanna wear ’em out.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Dome takes 1st with a BB
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Fontenot
Looks absolutely lost at the plate. I don’t know how many times in the last couple of weeks he has left the plate just shaking his head after another strikeout.
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)
I noticed that too.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
He needs to sit
He’s still not an everyday player, but Lou still trots him out there 6 out of 7 games.
He should get a breather next weekend vs. the Sox.
"Who ever heard of the Cubs losing a game they had to have?" -Frank Chance
"If [Ruth] had [called his shot], I would have knocked him down with the next pitch." -Charlie Root
Lou
Trots him out there six out of seven games because he has to.
When Ramirez gets back, you will see a domino effect. The question is, who will be the last domino, i.e., sent down or released?
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)
Those are nasty pitches.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
Bob spoke wisdom re: Momentum
“The key to baseball is believing you’re still in it even when the odds are all against you… just like yesterday.” Heed those words well, ledgers ;-)
george lopez AND john cena? todays going to be a great day
by jesus christos on Jun 20, 2009 12:42 PM CDT reply actions
Back for now.
Seems I haven’t missed much.
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 20, 2009 12:44 PM CDT reply actions
Crickets.... Did I miss a jump or something?
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 20, 2009 12:46 PM CDT reply actions
I liked that wrestler guy--kinda guy I'd like to have a beer with. Am I weird?
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
Who's up for us in the third?
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 20, 2009 12:48 PM CDT reply actions
lilly denied of a possible home run not cool
by jesus christos on Jun 20, 2009 12:49 PM CDT reply actions
Theriot grounds a hit to center. Now he'll attempt to steal.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
Hiyo Cub Fans, whatza going on
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
Not much.
The bad guys lead 1-0. But it’s only in the third inning (which just ended), so the Cubs have time to mount another comeback.
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 20, 2009 12:55 PM CDT up reply actions
Maybe we can get it going before the 8th inning today..hope hope
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
I'd like to win a game,
And have it be in something other than walkoff fashion.
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 20, 2009 1:06 PM CDT up reply actions
I'll take a win anyway we can get them.
I might have to take some medication, but if they win most games by walkoffs, I’ll take it.
Winning the close ones is something that will prepare them for later in the season.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
it's early and we're only down 1-0. I've got the fever.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
Can anyone
On this team actually take a 2-0 or 3-1 pitch? Bradley’s pitch was closer to his ankles than his knees, but he still swung at it.
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)
Wow. Bradley threw his helmet down as he crossed first base in anger.
Hey, gameboard is passionate—that’s good—but everyone gets an out sometimes.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
He should have thrown his helmet
He knows he swung at ball four. He stoud absolutely no chance of getting as hit on that pitch. He helped out the pitcher.
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)
Lets hold'em cubbies!
I missed the start, who’s on w/Pat? and where’s Santo?
by CubfaninRaleigh(869milestoWrigley) on Jun 20, 2009 12:57 PM CDT reply actions
Choo singles on a bunt ...
And the bunt was around his chin!
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 20, 2009 12:57 PM CDT reply actions
bad baserunning and swinging at ball four, what else will he do
by jesus christos on Jun 20, 2009 12:57 PM CDT reply actions
I actually saw the baserunning play and thought I would have made that attempt, too.
Just didn’t have the correct result.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
with one out
yes, but with two outs you simply cannot go unless you will be safe standing up.
yeah, but it wasn't hit hard and I thought he would've made it easy too.
Just a really good throw from Choo. And a bad slide, too.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
You cant go
if youre only going to make it easily if the guy makes a bad throw. Its not like Bradley was strolling in and then fell.
He was out by quite a bit. Really bad baserunning because it doesnt get you anything.
Trying my hardest to defend the guy, I'm a fan. :)
It would’ve been closer with a good slide, he kind of just fell. weird. But you have a point with making the last out at third while he’s in scoring position anyway.
I just like to see more aggressiveness on the basepaths with our scoring problems lately. Sometimes being aggressive helps, sometimes it hurts.
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
I like the aggresiveness at well
I think that is a good move, even if he is thrown out, with one out. So to that extent I agree with you.
Sometimes though, you need to play aggressive but with your head.
No
You never make the first or third out at third. It was bad baserunning. There was not that much to be gained at that point by going to third. Risk was too high.
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)
On Choo's hit
Every time I see a pitcher make one of those backhanded flips to first, I think of Scot Eyre doing that on a Rafael Furcal bunt and Derek Lee breaking his wrist because of it. DLEE has never been the same.
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)
Look before
and after that. He drove the ball more, hit more with authority, the average was better. It takes a long time to recover from a wrist injury. I am a big DLee fan.
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)
No not really
I do like to take a critical approach to the game. I give credit whre credit is due.
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)
I will add
I think that swing he put on Woody’s pitch yesterday was one of the best I have seen from him in a while.
Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it. -- George Santayana (1863-1952)
Yeah. Nice fast swing.
"I'm not much of a chemistry guy, you know. Chemistry to me is a pinch-hit double with the bases loaded"--Jim Frey, Chicago Tribune, 1985.
Some really bad at bats so far
Fontenot and Hill swung at balls and took strike threes
Milton has to be looking dead red and instead he swings at ball four. With LEE right behind him, and on fire.
Plenty of time of course, but dont like the approach
Garko Ks. One down!
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 20, 2009 12:59 PM CDT reply actions
Is it me,
Or was ball one of this at-bat in the strike zone?
I’ve seen several other questionable calls so far in this game.
Cubs record since April 2004: 4-0
by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 20, 2009 1:01 PM CDT reply actions
I think that's the problem
He hasn’t been focused at the plate, and I think part of it is because he’s had to learn a new infield position.
Nice!
GIDP! Let’s get some runs!
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 20, 2009 1:04 PM CDT reply actions
Reminds me of a recap title here after Fontenot left a bunch of guys on base.
Fonte-not.
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 20, 2009 1:09 PM CDT up reply actions
Link fail.
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 20, 2009 1:09 PM CDT up reply actions
needs to be in the big box
Say this much for big league baseball - it is beyond question the greatest conversation piece ever invented in America. ~Bruce Catton
That links us back here.
I’d rather jump here.
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 20, 2009 1:10 PM CDT up reply actions
Make them pay for this error!
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by Vermont Cubs Fan on Jun 20, 2009 1:09 PM CDT reply actions
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